Ingredients
– Β½ pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cubed
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
– 1 teaspoon tomato paste
– 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
– ΒΌ teaspoon garlic powder
– Β½ teaspoon brown sugar
– Black pepper to taste
– 1 red bell pepper diced
– 8 ounces canned pineapple chunks with juice
– Scallions for garnish optional
– Rice for serving optional
Instructions
1-Getting started: Getting started with sweet Hawaiian crockpot chicken is straightforward and fun, turning basic ingredients into a mouthwatering meal. Begin by gathering everything youβll need, like cubing the chicken and measuring out the sauces. This recipe, inspired by our slow cooker version, takes about 10 minutes to prep and cooks for 4 to 6 hours on low, fitting perfectly into a busy schedule.
2-The first step involves mixing the soy sauce or tamari, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, brown sugar, and black pepper in your slow cooker. Then, add the cubed chicken breasts, diced red bell pepper, and pineapple chunks with their juice, stirring gently to coat everything evenly. Cover and let it cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
3-About 30 minutes before serving, taste the dish and adjust seasonings if needed by adding more soy sauce or brown sugar for balance. Once done, garnish with sliced scallions and serve over rice for a complete meal. For vegan adaptations, swap chicken with tofu, ensuring you adjust cooking times slightly for the best texture.
Last Step:
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β³ Cooking on low heat allows better flavor development and tender chicken.
π² Avoid filling the slow cooker to full capacity to ensure proper heat circulation.
π For a thicker sauce, add a cornstarch slurry near the end of cooking and stir until thickened.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 235 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 1203 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 73 mg
